MENA News

Israel to review EU Palestinian projects in settlement goods feud

The foreign ministry announced Israel was suspending its contacts with European Union bodies involved in peace efforts with the Palestinians.

Three Saudi border soldiers killed in attack from Yemen

They were killed in an exchange of fire with enemies trying to cross the border.

Iraqi military tells civilians of Daesh-held city to leave

It's unclear if the long-awaited operation to recapture Ramadi is imminent.

Syria's Assad says enemies boosting support for 'terrorists'

In a meeting with a senior Iranian official, Assad highlighted "important gains by the Syrian army in the fight against terrorism.

Iran orchestra barred over women musicians

Tehran Symphony Orchestra was cancelled at the last minute because it was due to feature female musicians.

Syrian opposition says Russian strikes kill 18, wound dozens

Ariha Today, a Facebook page, reported that the airstrikes killed 40 people and wounded more than 70.

Thousands of Syrian refugee children remain stateless

Many of the refugees in other countries are unable to get their children citizenship in either country.

16 dead in fighting for south Yemen province

Ground fighting and air strikes by a Saudi-led coalition killed 12 rebels in Daleh province.

Germany planning to deploy 1,200 troops for Daesh fight

Army chief of staff General Volker Wieker said the mission would begin "very quickly once a mandate is obtained".

Iraqis find 3 more mass graves in formerly Daesh-held Sinjar

Two graves have been found east of the town and one has been found within the town itself, bringing the total number of mass graves uncovered to five.